My Disastrous First Art Show

My sales were slow. They dragged. Shoppers looked, and didn’t understand what to do with what I made.

Artists … Exit Your Comfort Zone

Four Marketing Techniques YOU Can Use to Boost Your Web Presence

You’re Probably Doing It Wrong

It should go without saying— having quality digital images is 100% critical for your art business.

Playing Up

For many people who have reached their goals and been blessed with success, gratification comes not through more conquest, but through helping others.

Avoid These Mistakes to Build an Effective Art Portfolio

You never know when you might have a great opportunity and need to show your best work at a moment’s notice.

Is Fear Running Your Art Business?

Most every artist deals with some level of fear, manifesting itself in a variety of ways.

How I Launched a Sustainable Art Business

Glassblower and guest blogger Jake Pfeifer grew a solid business selling his work. Here’s his story and best advice for other new entrepreneurs.

Avoid These Mistakes That Ruin Your Online Art Sales

It’s the follow up that will make your work memorable and draw in that important customer engagement that you want.

I’m Sorry …. WHAT Did You Sign??

I vote that artists start standing up for themselves, their beautiful artwork and the immense talent that they bring to this world, and demand fair treatment in their commercial dealings with these entities and similar bullies.

How a Hard Look at Business Changed an Artist’s Life

This was the most important thing that I have ever done for my business. It was astounding what I was spending to make what I thought was a living.

Art and the Struggle with Depression

Swedish artist David Sandum has a compelling story to tell about overcoming depression through creative work.

Is Your Artist Statement Working for You?

An artist statement, like all promotion, is a frame through which the artwork is seen. It is a guideline, a means of orienting the viewer.

Protect Yourself from Art Scams

A few weeks ago, I received an inquiry via my personal website from a man claiming that he saw his wife looking at my site and that she loved my drawings.

Your Biggest Art Marketing Mistake

All the effort you put into sharing your art has been wasted, unless you choose to take further action.